The factory in Angola is Nestlé’s first in the country. Located in Luanda, it is a ‘finishing centre’ for packing products such as Nido milk powder.

It will create 50 new jobs by the end of its first year of operations, with local people being recruited for the majority of positions.

Fast-growing economy

“Angola is important for us,” said Paul Bulcke, Nestlé’s Chief Executive Officer. “We see many opportunities to be part of the country’s growth by offering consumers high-quality, affordable nutrition.

“Angola is not only one of the fastest-growing economies in Africa, but one of the fastest-growing in the world, with a rising middle class.

“By opening our first factory here, we will be closer to our consumers and can better adapt our products to their needs and preferences.”

Mr Bulcke attended the opening ceremony in Luanda with Nandu Nandkishore, Nestlé Executive Vice President and Head of Zone Asia, Oceania and Africa and the Middle East, and Roger Stettler, Nestlé Senior Vice President and Head of Africa.

They were joined by local government representatives and members of Nestlé Angola’s management team.

“Angola is not only one of the fastest-growing economies in Africa, but one of the fastest-growing in the world, with a rising middle class."Paul Bulcke, Nestlé’s Chief Executive Officer.